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The Cottage Balmain
87/100 (1695 ratings)
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Gluten Free Options
Bar
Pizza
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Pizza
Bar
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Australian
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Tapas
Prawns
Beef
Polenta
Arancini
Lamb
Salad
Scallops
Duck
Oyster
Salmon
Sit down
Australian
Bar
Pizza
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Live Music
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Mid-range
"The Cottage is beautiful little house transformed in a cute restaurant bar. They selection of wine is really good (From AUS/NZ/FRA..) Their..."
FrenchieFoodie
"The Cottage gives off great vibes, even in the evening when you can't see anything. The fairy lights set the mood to chill, drink some wine, and..."
Anna
"I visit The Cottage Bar and Kitchen in Balmain on a lazy Sunday afternoon. Luckily I had a table booked as it quickly filled up by 12:30pm with a..."
Weekendfoodescapes
"Amazing beer garden - best in the Inner West. Great food and love the espresso martinis.  Garden fills up quickly on weekends so must get in early..."
Bianca Honson
"What a lovely place. We came here for my partners birthday party on Sunday afternoon. We were pleasantly surprised with the live music duo. What a..."
Food Lover33
"I visited The Cottage a few weeks ago for late lunch with family, and overall, I was incredibly satisfied with the experience. After walking all the..."
Sean M
"I had been wanting to visit this place since a long time due to its sheer chic and cozy ambiance. Finally ended up visiting this place last week for..."
Manali Godbole
"Perfect weekend spot - especially on a sunny day if you are lucky enough to grab a table in the garden area and listen to some live music. Good for..."
Coffeebrunchanddinner
"I really like the ambiance of this place! The array of miscellaneous decorations laid around the cottage really give it a homey and relaxed vibe. The..."
Lien Nguyen
"Located on Darling Street, The Cottage is set back from the main road and as its name suggests, is a restaurant set inside a cottage. Urban oasis..."
Eatwithmyfoodsafari
"Highly recommend this place for food and ambience! Upstairs is beautiful;my friends and I sat there comfortably for hours. For a catch up between two..."
HurryDaFoodup
"Lovely outdoor area for afternoon drinks on the Main Street of Balmain. We only stopped off for a couple of drinks but the food looked great!..."
Lawrence Wisdom
"I spent an hour or two here on a lazy Sunday afternoon around Christmas time. I can recommend this place. The service is fantastic and they have live..."
David Washington
"What a fantastic little nook of Balmain! Food was spectacular. We had the banquet but my favourite by far was the cauliflower in a eggplant tahini..."
Hungry Minion
"Stepping in to The Cottage Balmain is like being invited into the rustic home of an eccentric artist. There’s mismatched furniture and eclectic..."
Eat Drink Play
"Love this converted terrace, turn bar and restaurant! Truly a place to be on a balmy afternoon. This is just a fantastic place to hangout with your..."
Those Who Love To Eat
"Lovely food, great staff, the cocktails were amazing. We had a private room upstairs which fit about 30 people. Was great for an intimate dinner...."
Monica Gianfrancesco
"The Cottage was great for dinner and drinks. The staff were friendly, helpful and quick. The waitress recommended some dishes for us to try. The..."
Richard Conway
"Atmosphere and service is great, even on busy Saturday nights. It can get noisy and crowded in the front areas, but it still maintains an intimate..."
ChocChip
"Superb food, beautiful space, great staff.. I came in to The Cottage with a coeliac friend last Saturday night for a drink while we were waiting for..."
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"AMAZING!!! We went out for dinner at The Cottage, and loved every mouthful! The service was really friendly and helpful but not interfering, and the..."
Emma
"This was definitely LeeLee’s favourite. It was so mushy inside, with a crispy coating. More importantly, it was warm and not served cold as LeeLoo..."
DroolWorthyWorld
"Yes, yum! Zucchini fries is a must try. Something different and because it's a vegetable it's healthy right!? Ahahahha sorry I was trying to sound..."
Bunnybloggers
"The Cottage is almost like a little bit of Surry Hills but transported into Balmain. The place isn't big yet it uses its space so well to create a..."
Sir And Mlady Dine Out
"Beautiful ambience, delicious & refreshing mocktail. Service not bad. Food is alright. Best dish is the scallops with sweet corn..."
Tinkabellez
"AMAZING. I love everything about this establishment -- the food, the ambiance, the soundtrack, the service, the cocktail and wine list... There's..."
Nancy Wu
"Cutest place, has such a nice atmosphere, great service and food was awesome. Good selection of wine and cocktails, their pâté was soooo delicious..."
Lisa Saggers
"Had a private function dinner here upstairs and it was perfect! Staff are so so lovely, a reflection of the great management. Will definately be..."
Jo
"Had a really good dinner last night with my boyfriend. It was really noisy inside due to a birthday or girls nights and the staff were really..."
Mae.
"I went last week to the cottage and loved it! We sat outside in the sun and had lunch and enjoyed the live music. Can't believe anyone would have..."
Natalie
"Atmosphere with amazing food. Have just found my new local bar! , with friendly faces and a warm atmosphere I can see myself spending alot more time..."
French_roberta
"The vibe. The food. The nick nacks. Loved it! Will be back, definitely a place for a nice relaxed dinner..."
Hungry Vixen
"Awesome place. Friends recommended it to us so we tried the "fun guy" pizza, meatballs, cheese plate and the flower pot dessert. Everything was..."
Nicole Doughty
"Lovely decor and service, had a relaxing afternoon in the front..."
Peter
"Appealing food, good selection of drinks inside a lovely venue but lethargic service.Ordered a margarita pizza and a couple of beers. The..."
Daniel Grigg
"Awesome!!. New menu is great! The staff are so friendly and helpful... Been here a few times lately and it just gets better and..."
Fliss
"The cottage!. Celebrated my birthday here with some girlfirends last week. We shared woodfired pizzas and selected some of the meats and cheeses, all..."
Nm28
"Great atmosphere and set out. Top service, staff always asking to make sure everything is okay. Food is average. Is it normal for sardines to have..."
Ella
"Fantastic wine bar!!. Had a great experience at The Cottage- my partner and I went on a Monday evening and shared a selection of meats and cheese as..."
Ange
"Amazing! Awesome atmosphere, friendly staff, great food, wine and beer and good value! Love this..."
Food Force
"Enjoyed Every Minute!!!. I recently went to The Cottage and enjoyed every minute, it has a great décor, delicious food and really cool vibe. The..."
Skye
"First time at the cottage last saturday night. Wow... It was amazing. Great atmosphere, great food, excellent service!! Well done to all the staff..."
Manelle
"Unique and homely. I've been once and absolutely loved it, such a unique experience compared to what other small bars in Sydney have to offer. Great..."
Dan
"The Cottage! What a great find!. I'm not one to normally write a review, however this place was so great I must give credit where credit is due!..."
Charlotte
"Simply the Best!!!. My friends and I thoroughly enjoyed our experience here last night.We were greeted by friendly staff who were professional..."
Dealseeker
"I Love the Cottage. What a fun family Birthday night we had here. I couldn't fault it. We were meet by Os and instantly felt at home. It is out there..."
Annie
"My new 'little secret'. What a find! A deliciously cosy bar and restaurant with just the right amount of warmth and electric energy to make it my new..."
Emma
"I had my birthday party at the cottage bar and kitchen last night and could not have asked for better service. The staff were incredibly attentive,..."
Emily
East Village Hotel Balmain
81/100 (1172 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Bar
Pub
Australian
Australian
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Fish & Chips
Burger
Fish & chips
Lamb
Pesto
Fish
Pork
Beef
Pasta
Salad
Mussels
Sit down
Australian
Bar
Pub
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Seating
Accepts Visa
Live Music
Table Service
Lunch
Drinks
Dinner
Mid-range
"Had a couple of drinks and ordered the CheeseBurger on New Years Eve. The only thing that beat the Cheese Burger was the Fireworks!! Love the outdoor..."
Sougata Khan
"Perfect pub spot for when you catch the balmain east ferry as you walk straight past this place on your way to and from the main area of darling..."
Coffeebrunchanddinner
"Tuesday night $10 burger night. Burger was pretty good, chicken cooked well and flavours were simple. I got the per peri chicken and couldn't..."
Muzza
"We caught late afternoon ferry from Luna park and got off at Balmain East. A few hundred meters of walk along Darling Street we reached East Village..."
The RnB Diary
"Great Meal. This place is a refined pub feed with all the usuals. Burgers, Parmas, Steaks and fish and chips. However, they just do it..."
Mark
"We came here on a rainy Sunday and scored a table near the fire - very cosy! The lamb roast was excellent - tender juicy lamb falling off the bone,..."
Kai Luv
"If you head right to the end of Darling Street and past the No Through Road sign, you’ll infiltrate the favourite hangout of the East Balmain..."
Does My Bomb Look Big In This
"Great burgers. One of the best burgers I have had in Sydney. Have been here many times and it always tastes the same - love their constancy. Oh and..."
Donnydon
"Best beef burger I have had in a very very long time. So good, I brought friends back two weeks later for another one. Highly recommend..."
Rebecca Hart
"Pretty busy and family packed this Sunday, worth booking! Consequently a bit of a wait for food (40 mins) but worth it. Had the slow roasted lamb..."
Rollerduck
"I've gotta say it, these guys totally have the edge over the Riverview Hotel. Since they became the East Village Commercial Hotel, we've never had a..."
SassyDiner
"This is a lovely addition to the Balmain pub scene. My wife and I had lunch there over new year with my in laws and their fish and chips is some of..."
Russell Bunn
"Very unassuming from outside but we went on in and had some great beers and lovely mezze. Slightly pricey but not as bad as Brisbane so very..."
Adam Kavanagh
"The crowd wasn't what I was expecting - we were the only table without kids! The outside area feels like you're sitting in someone's backyard, so..."
Tara Spencer
"The Beer and mussels here are always fantastic. The level of service is high even when they are flat out. Recently visited Belgium and tried mussels..."
Birddog8
The London Hotel
80/100 (1926 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
Australian
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Australian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Lamb
Fish
Burger
Salad
Duck
Sit down
Australian
Bar
Pub
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Television
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"The London Hotel is by far my favourite pub in the Balmain peninsula, and easily in my top 3 favourites in Sydney. It's a warm, relaxing, inviting..."
Bacon Me Hungry
"One of my favourite pubs in Sydney. This place hasn’t changed in years and I don’t want it to.Get yourself a seat at the bar and chat..."
Hungry Diner
"Took my daughter here for a Father's Day dinner. She ate the crispy chicken burger (more like a schnitzel) which was crammed with avocado, various..."
Marmaduke Pickthall
"Attended a private birthday lunch function last Saturday at this beautiful old world pub. The Chef, Steve, did an amazing job producing a delicious 3..."
Serena Hanlon
"What a lovely find!! Hidden away down the more quiet end of Balmain the local gem has wonderful views of the harbour bridge from their small balcony..."
Gdkf
"Balmain has more pubs than you can shake a stick at. So making a plan to visit every pub in Balmain is no small commitment. But as they say,..."
Kai Luv
"Went here Friday night. Great atmosphere and friendly staff. Menu a bit of a mixed bag. I had the wagyu steak and chips (they were actually fries)..."
Rachel P
"Riding on the wave of a great pie, I pulled into Balmain’s London Hotel just as the sun was setting. The much vied for balcony seats allow you a..."
Does My Bomb Look Big In This
"Fantastic establishment. Walked in to a friendly environment that made you feel welcome the moment you step through the door. Greeted with a smile..."
Foodandwine
"Fantastic. Dined within a group of 10 on a busy Sat nightFood: 8.5/10Ambiance: 7/10Service: 9/10Value: 9/10I've..."
Boris
"There are few things better than sitting on the balcony at The London, watching the world go by while enjoying a London Burger and a schooner of..."
Kieran Allen
"This is one of my favourite local pubs. The staff are friendly and the food is amazing. It’s also pet friendly so lots of cute fur babies around. I..."
Helena Tahmizian
"Done up beautifully inside this pub has been in operation for 140 odd years. Also pet friendly and with a decent menu. The menu lacks vegetarian..."
Sam Srinivasan
"Great old pub. Still quite original. Food and atmosphere fantastic. Looking forward to going..."
Claudia Jordan
"Since the new licensee took over (Nov 2021) the London has gone from strength to strength. The beautiful heritage interiors have been restored, the..."
Louise Hayward
"Amazing old school pub. Beautiful heritage building with modern twist to enhance the experience. We ordered our usual which usually consists of salt..."
Elton Morales
"Extremely well preserved, clean, renovated all over including bathrooms. You can sit outside, on the balcony facing the street or inside. Obviously..."
Synapse Y
"We had a fabulous Christmas dinner for 20 people reasonably priced on Sunday 3rd July, food was amazing, efficient friendly service, great to see a..."
Annette Gillespie
"Great food with friendly staff and a top Gaffa. Outside street setting is quality in the afternoon autumn..."
Simon Norris
Cantina Bar Balmain
79/100 (783 ratings)
Restaurants
Mexican
Mexican
Bar
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Drinks
Nachos
Tapas
Tacos
Sit down
Mexican
Delivery
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Digital Payments
Accepts Credit Cards
Drinks
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Mexican food is great comfort food. It fills you and warms you on a cold night. It can be light or hearty depending on what you order, but you know..."
Sir And Mlady Dine Out
"Really really nice place. The waitress was super lovely and made us laugh all the time. The food is absolutely delightful. I liked the lamb tacos the..."
Bella Zhang
"Best Mexico ever had , great cocktail ( must try)!!!! you have to try the tacos and fried jalapeño . The services is friendly, price is ok...."
Sco He Zhao
"A great place to catch up with friends on a Friday night, for some cheeky cocktails and good Mexican food. The decor sets the scene and there is a..."
Isabella Eats
"i love this placenice cocktails with good pricegreat staff and service!the deco is so warm and cozy !wanna go again and..."
Morgan Kot
"Bar style eating on big barrels and stools. As authentic Mexican as you can get in Sydney. Definitely as place for pre Balmain margaritas and..."
Postcards From Peta
"Bar style eating on big barrels and stools. As authentic Mexican as you can get in Sydney. Definitely as place for pre Balmain margaritas and..."
Postcards From Peta
"A rare 5.0 from me for Cantina Bar. I had a significant purchase on the day of the visit so the endorphins were a little raised but objectively I..."
Martin C
"Fantastic Classic Margaritas on a breezy afternoon. Some of the best I've had in Sydney bars. Food is also tasty and fresh but not the best value for..."
NiMa
"Great service, cocktails, food and interior design. The passionfruit Mohito and cassava chips are the standout picks. Our waitress was lovely and was..."
Alex Sab
"Chilli heat is measured in Scoville units, and this new Balmain entry is so hot, it blows it right off the peninsula into Surry Hills - which is..."
Does My Bomb Look Big In This
"Wait was reasonnable despite the place being packed. Food was great (pulled pork nachos, burritos and churros), service was friendly! We'll be..."
Lorz
"I love this place had dinner and drinks it was all great service is outstanding will be going..."
Fark Shet
"My husband and I were on our way elsewhere on Darling St last Friday night, but we were stunned by how lively and busy Cantina Bar was! We had to see..."
Kelly_74
"Delicious!. This place, while not inexpensive, has really nice service, awesome atmosphere and scrumptious food! I can highly recommend the Veggie..."
Anna001
"Outstanding!. My wife and I love this place! Food, service and the cocktails are just superb. I've met the owners several times- really nice blokes...."
Local Lover
"Mobile Review. I eat out at least twice a week and Cantina Bar would have to be one of my favorite places to dine at. The drinks are tasty, the staff..."
Alicia_k_russell
"Really impressed by this resturant. Love the food, creative, and tasty.Good ambiance, and great service. Would definately recommend and..."
Mel
"The service is excellent, very friendly staff and a great atmosphere. My food was delicious however I went with my vegetarian friend and she had..."
Carina
"Great food & service, couldn't fault..."
Anna
"Mexitastic. Absolutely great experience. No bookings but waiting behind the bar was great fun with friendly bar staff and great cocktails. We were..."
Tash
"Will it last?. Friday night dinner was really tasty, this place does not feel like Balmain at all. We are locals and love it's young and quirky style..."
Little Miss Betel
"Great Mexican Food. Went for a walk in Balmain last Saturday night to look for a place to eat and what a nice surprise when we came across this..."
Vanessa Medeiros Tanjga
"Good place to get cocktails and tacos. Staff was very friendly. Recommend getting the elderflower..."
Jeramie Amancio
"The best cocktails and taco's I've ever had. The calamari cocktail is my absolute favourite! Shout out to Lucas - Your customer service is always..."
Jessica Ellen
"Hayden & Saskia were amazing! Hayden was very friendly and accommodating. He served our table really well and his recommendations were exceptional...."
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"Easy to find parking on the same Darling street. Nice restaurant with some Mexican theme around on the wall. Food taste really good and served at the..."
kapil saini
"Mexican food is great comfort food. It fills you and warms you on a cold night. It can be light or hearty depending on what you order, but you know..."
Sir Mlady
The Workers
74/100 (410 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
Bar
Pub
Bar
Pub
"A great place to visit especially on Friday afternoons although as the hours pass the place gets busier and busier so be prepared for busy times...."
Jasmine Ching
"I had the pleasure of delicious burgers and great company at the Workers Bar and Kitchen. The Workers work their magic on Sunday with their $10..."
Weekendfoodescapes
"The Workers located in Balmain celebrated their 1st Birthday and we head back to the Balmain area (here just days prior for craftbeerweek at the..."
THEJUGERNAUTS
"Even in this candy coloured environment, the vibe for Abby Dobson is relaxed and low-key at her free Thursday night Red Door Set. The crowd is a..."
Does My Bomb Look Big In This
"The highlight of my month was a rousing speech by Bob Hawke at The Workers launch party, which reminded the gathered faithful of Balmain’s true..."
Does My Bomb Look Big In This
"Sweet!! Order the tacos (1 x each) on a Wednesday night and enjoy the closest thing to heaven!! Also - jalapeño poppers (?)!..."
Cuisine Stranger
"The workers works for me. Had my bucks night there the saturday that just went. the professionalism and patients of jeremy and his staff was awesome...."
Andrejs
"Went to the Workers on a Wednesday night and can't wait to go back. Great food! (Especially the jalapeño poppers, fried chicken and tacos) and I had..."
Michael D
"Love the Swinging Sundays. Decent food at reasonable..."
Kevin Fleming
"Great band and wonderful music in an authentic atmosphere with a stitched on crowd of knowledgable Jazz fans. The drinks are very reasonable and..."
P [PK] Kerrigan